Research Methods
Naturalistic Observation
Careful observation without interference
"Sought after" normal reaction
Time consuming
Observing eating habits
Case Study
Obtaining information about individuals to develop general principles
Informative
Time and effort consuming
Following a child's life to examing lifespan development
Experimental Method
Assigning 2 groups: Experimental and control
Subtopic
Ability to control variables
Possible bias
Testing effect of diet pills on weight
Survey Method
Questioning large group of people
Quick and efficient
Subtopic
Subtopic
Unguaranteed results
Survey of recently unemployed
Correlational Design
Measuring relation between 2 variables
Simple observation of variables
simple observation of variables in their natural setting
simple observation of variables in their natural setting
Neglecting other intervening variables
Positive relationship between intelligence and GPA